Adoption Information

Could You Provide a Family
for a Child Who Needs One?

Most of the children in our care are waiting to be adopted or reunited with their families. We work closely with the Division of Human Services & Family Affairs to find loving, stable homes – could yours be one of them?

About Adoptions at HFCH

Our Adoption Mission

The Holy Family Children’s Home provides a loving, secure temporary home for children who are abandoned, orphaned, neglected, or living in unsafe environments. Our deepest hope is that every child in our care finds a permanent, nurturing family through adoption, foster care, or family reunification.

"To provide wholesome care and education to all children who come to the Home and establish them in a family environment where they can be loved and nurtured."

HFCH collaborates closely with the Government of Saint Lucia’s Division of Human Services and Family Affairs in all placement decisions. Every adoption is guided by what is best for the child, assessed carefully, patiently, and with compassion for all involved.

We welcome enquiries from both local and international applicants. Whether you are considering adoption, foster care, or simply want to learn more, our Administrator Sr. Anthonia David and her team are here to walk you through every step.

The Adoption Journey

How the Process Works

Eligibility

Am I Eligible to Adopt?

Adoption eligibility in Saint Lucia is governed by national law and assessed case by case by the Division of Human Services. Below are the general requirements.

Local Applicants (Saint Lucians)

Saint Lucian citizens and legal residents may apply to adopt through HFCH. General requirements include:

Age: Must be at least 25 years old
Status: Married couples or single individuals may apply
Residency: Saint Lucian citizen or resident
Financial stability: Demonstrated ability to provide for a child’s material needs
Home study: Required before placement — conducted by an approved social worker
Character references: Minimum three letters from non-family members

International Applicant